Homeowner Adds PV as Part of Remodel
| Member Name: | Jeff Haggin |
| City & State: | San Rafael, CA |
| Rated DC Output: | 7.88 kW |
| Rated AC Output: | 6.765 kW |
| Modules: | 45 SolarWorld SW175 Mono’s (175 Watts Each) |
| Inverter: | 1 SMA SB7000US 240 (7,000 Watts) |
| Total Installed Cost: | $62,887 |
| CSI Rebate: | $11,498 |
| Tax Credit: | $15,417 |
| Net Cost: | $35,972 |
| Net Cost per Watt: | $5.32 AC, $4.56 DC |
| Installed in: | February 2009 |
| Designer: | Craig Dinsdale |
| Installer: | Bavaria Construction |
The ground-mounted PV array was installed as part of a complete remodel, including all new landscaping. In order to accommodate the construction schedule, work was completed in two stages – first the posts and frame went in, then about a month later, the install was completed. The best position for the array was inside the setback area, which was resolved by obtaining a variance from the local building authorities.